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Culinary Experiences

  • After an active and exhilarating summer day, there's nothing more satisfying than indulging in this delightful Chinese menu. It's sure to earn rave reviews from any culinary enthusiast.

    Vegetarians welcome with or without advance notice. Advanced notice will allow you to enjoy more of this scrumptious meal!

    Group Size: 12
    Style: Group Cooking
    Instructors: 1

  • Hot and Sour Soup
    vegetarian friendly with advanced notice

    Fried Wontons

    Crispy, Spicy Chinese Chicken
    deep fried chicken with a tangy orange peel sauce

    Sizzling Stir Fry Vegetables
    vegetarian

    Rice
    vegetarian

    Homemade Ma Lai Gao (traditional steamed sponge cake)
    vegetarian friendly

  • NOTE: This is an individual cooking class. You’ll be in a group of only 7 with two instructors, and you’ll cook every single dish at your own individual cooking station!

    After an active summer day, nothing satisfies like this authentic Thai menu, guaranteed to earn praise from the renowned Chef McDang.

    Vegetarians welcome with or without advance notice. Advanced notice will allow you to enjoy more of this scrumptious meal!

    Group Size: 7
    Style: Individual Cooking
    Instructors: 2

  • Som Tum (Green Papaya Salad)

    A famous traditional Thai salad, it’s zingy, spicy, savory, and sweet.

    Tom Kha Gai (Thai Coconut Chicken Soup)

    A rich and creamy, yet tangy and salty, soup packed with flavors.

    Pad Se Ew

    A beloved Thai street food dish that combines wide rice noodles, tender slices of beef , and crisp Chinese broccoli, all stir-fried to perfection. The dish is flavored with a rich, savory sauce made from a blend of dark soy sauce, light soy sauce, and oyster sauce, giving it a unique balance of sweet and salty notes you’ll love.

    Mango or Passion Fruit

  • An appetite-arousing active summer day could scarcely come to a more satisfying close than this authentic Italian menu that would certainly earn two thumbs up from the renowned Marcella Hazan.

    Vegetarians welcome with or without advance notice. Advanced notice will allow you to enjoy more of this scrumptious meal!

    Group Size: 12
    Style: Group Cooking
    Instructors: 1

  • Crostini Bianchi-Ricotta and Anchovy Canapés

    vegetarian friendly with advanced notice

    Green Bean Salad

    vegetarian

    Penne with Roasted Red and Yellow Pepper Sauce with Garlic and Basil (from our organic garden)

    vegetarian friendly

    Sautéed Chicken Piccata with White Wine Sauce and Capers

    Moscato Macerated Peaches and Strawberries (maybe! from our organic garden)

    vegetarian friendly

    Caffè Corretto alla Grappa

    An authentic Italian coffee blend of a shot of espresso “corrected” with a shot of Italian grappa

    vegetarian friendly

  • Boost your sushi expertise with fun and engaging culinary sessions.

    Explore signature sushi recipes in this cooking class designed to bring your culinary skills to the next level. Led by a gourmet chef, you'll learn how to prepare your favorite restaurant-style sushi selections.

    Start by slicing raw fish and pressing it over rice and wasabi for nigiri. Next, learn how to cut fish for a traditional platter of sashimi. You'll also make hand-rolled temaki with nori and uramaki with rice and caviar. Finally, make chirashi, a bowl of vinegared rice topped with sashimi, an egg and other vegetables.

  • Nigiri

    With raw fish slices, vinegared rice and wasabi

    Sashimi

    With raw fish slices or seafood

    Maki

    With nori seaweed, vinegared rice and various fillings

    Temaki

    With nori seaweed and various fillings

    Uramaki

    With nori seaweed, vinegared rice, caviar and various fillings

    Chirashi

    With vinegared rice, sashimi, various vegetables and an egg

  • As the sun sets on a vibrant summer day, treat yourself to this exquisite meatless menu that promises to delight your taste buds and leave you feeling utterly satisfied. It's a culinary experience that vegetarians and food lovers alike will relish.

    This class is perfect for vegetarians, but everyone is welcome! 

    Group Size: 12
Style: Group Cooking
    
Instructors: 1

  • Escarole/Endive Salad

    
vegetarian

    Rice with Spinach, Lemon, and Pistachios


    vegetarian

    Deep-fried Tofu Balls

    
vegetarian

    Chocolate Mousse


    vegetarian

  • Treat yourself to a refreshing and flavorful culinary experience with this vibrant meatless menu, designed to tantalize your taste buds and provide a satisfying end to a summer's day. Perfect for both vegetarians and food lovers alike, this menu is sure to impress!

    Vegetarians welcome with or without advance notice. Advanced notice will allow you to enjoy more of this scrumptious meal!

    Group Size: 12
    Style: Group Cooking
    Instructors: 1

  • Dressed Kale

    vegetarian

    Mung Bean Pancakes

    vegetarian 

    Braised Potatoes

    vegetarian

    Barely Pickled Kimchi

    vegetarian

  • Immerse yourself in the art of bread making with this hands-on class. Learn to create delicious sourdough, baguettes, and pizza crusts, and enjoy the fruits of your labor in a fun and educational setting!

    Vegetarians welcome with or without advance notice. Advanced notice will allow you to enjoy more of this scrumptious meal!

    Group Size: 7
    Style: Group Cooking
    
Instructors: 1

  • Sourdough

    Create gorgeous sourdough loaves from scratch.

    Charcuterie

    Enjoy a spread of cured meats, pickled vegetables, and select cheeses.

    Pizza Crust

    While the sourdough cooks, you'll learn how to make a thin pizza crust from scratch, which we'll use to make custom pizzas for the pizza oven!

    Tying it all together:

    1. Enjoy the pizza as our meal.
    2. Munch on sourdough with jams, spreads, and charcuterie for the final oomph to an epic day.

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What sets us apart
from others?

The Culinary Team

From left to right:
Kamilla (Academic Director), Marc (General Director), Cherryl (Culinary Director), Max (Creative Director)

01 — Our courses are live and in person

  • Real-time Interaction: Engage directly with our expert chefs and fellow students, fostering a dynamic and responsive learning environment.

  • Immediate Feedback: Receive instant guidance and corrections from our chefs, allowing you to improve your cooking skills and understanding on the spot.

  • Immersive Experience: Participate in hands-on cooking activities, live discussions, and Q&A sessions, making the learning experience more engaging and enjoyable.

02 — Our instructors are internationally diverse

  • Global Expertise: Our instructors are an international crowd who have traveled the world learning culinary techniques and cuisines, bringing the most authentic approach imaginable.

  • Extensive Training: With vast experience and knowledge, our chefs combine traditional and modern culinary techniques to provide a comprehensive education.

  • Inspirational Leadership: Our chefs' passion for cooking as both a practical skill and an art form inspires students to achieve their full culinary potential.

03 — We focus on practical chef-level expertise

  • Approachable Training: Learn chef-level expertise in an approachable way that doesn’t take years of culinary training, allowing you to quickly elevate your cooking skills.

  • Hands-on Techniques: Our courses emphasize practical, hands-on cooking techniques, enabling you to master essential culinary skills efficiently.

  • Personal Connection: By engaging in practical cooking experiences, students develop a deeper personal connection and appreciation for the culinary arts.

04 — We focus on personal growth through cooking

  • Culinary Exploration: Our chefs encourage students to use cooking as a tool for self-expression and personal development, fostering creativity and innovation.

  • Therapeutic Benefits: Our courses emphasize the therapeutic and psychological benefits of cooking, helping students to grow emotionally and mentally.

  • Supportive Environment: Students are supported in their culinary journey, with personalized attention to nurture their unique talents and interests.

05 — We teach a wide set of skills through cooking

  • Emotional Development: Use culinary expression to explore and understand emotions, fostering emotional intelligence and resilience.

  • Personal Growth: Cooking as a medium for personal storytelling and self-reflection, helping individuals to gain insights into their personal journeys and aspirations.

  • Communication Skills: Develop effective communication through culinary storytelling, enhancing the ability to convey complex ideas and emotions.

  • Problem-Solving: Engage in creative problem-solving techniques through cooking projects, improving critical thinking and innovation.

  • Cultural Awareness: Explore diverse cultures and cuisines through cooking, fostering empathy, understanding, and appreciation of global perspectives.

06 — We leverage strong industry connections

  • Exclusive Opportunities: Benefit from guest lectures, workshops, and networking events facilitated by our established connections in the culinary world.

    Collaborative Projects: Participate in joint ventures and collaborations with renowned chefs and culinary institutions, enhancing your learning experience and professional prospects.

    Career Advancement: Our strong network helps students secure internships, job placements, and mentorship opportunities, paving the way for successful careers in the culinary arts.

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